14 Video Game Franchises That Will Never Die
5. The Legend Of Zelda
Trying to imagine a world without The Legend of Zelda would be a difficult task indeed. The series has been around since 1986, and has only continued to grow in popularity ever since, cultivating a substantial following of passionate fans in the three decades it's been around. It's also one of the few franchises to have made an appearance on every major Nintendo console, from the NES and SNES to the Wii and Wii U.
Link's just always been around, and his games have varied enough to appeal to just about anyone. Some people love A Link to the Past, some absolutely cherish Ocarina of Time or Majora's Mask, and for others, the best in the series will always be The Wind Waker.
Whatever your taste, The Legend of Zelda has something that will cater to your needs. The series has done some interesting things, it's alternated its focus back and forth between puzzle solving and combat, and it's even gone for a darker tone at times just to mix things up.
The Legend of Zelda is versatile, but the core appeal will always remain the same. Providing things don't change any time soon, the series should live a long and prosperous life.